Orthopedic Surgeon

As an Orthopedic Surgeon, you are no stranger to the challenges and opportunities of civilian practice. With your medical knowledge and experience, you are capable of making a significant, lasting impact wherever you go. Are you ready for something more? As a full time or part time Orthopedic Surgeon with the Navy, you will: •Deliver the most advanced medical care to our nation's heroes and their families. •Gain surgical experience and pioneer new treatments, from bionic prosthetics to bone and tissue regeneration. •Access the most advanced medical technology and resources to practice medicine. •Conduct medical research on diseases of military importance, and conduct, supervise and participate in graduate medical education and training. •Collaborate with fellow military doctors and other healthcare officers. •Partner with International Relief Teams and organizations, such as FEMA, USAID and Project Hope. •Have the potential to exercise command of medical units and/or perform special staff functions for commanders at all levels. Financial / Educational Incentives: Eligible full-time Active Duty surgeon scan receive up to a $600K signing bonus. Our F inancial A ssistance P rogram provides financial incentives to physicians in select residencies and fellowships leading to appointments on active duty. Eligible candidates receivea $45,000 annual grant while in residency or fellowship training and a monthly stipend in excess of $3,113. Additional Benefits: Excellent retirement benefits including Blended Retirement System/Pension and 5% 401K Government matching contribution Tricare Dental & Health Insurance for you and your dependents Serviceman's Group Life Insurance up to $500,000 Post 9/11 GI Bill, which provides educational benefits to fulfill your educational needs with ability to transfer to eligible dependents Base Facilities, Commissary, and Exchange access for you and your family Travel Space on military aircrafts from certain military bases at a low fee Department of Veterans Affairs Home Loan Guarantee Program Requirements: Must be a US Citizen, currently practicing (licensed & board certified/eligible), and meet our physical, legal, security screening and credential requirements. Interested? Hit "Apply" or reach out to me directly: Renee Lyons renee.s.lyons.mil@us.navy.mil 505-228-1703